WS-OB-2006

Zaad

2006Men

aromatic up front, then woody, settling into fresh spicy.

Zaad by O Boticário is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Zaad was launched in 2006. The nose behind this fragrance is Thierry Bessard. Top notes are Green Notes, Bergamot, Coriander and Juniper Berries; middle notes are Cedar, Indonesian Nutmeg, Carnation, Patchouli and Orchid; base notes are Musk, Serbian Oakmoss,…

aromatic woody fresh spicy green

Nose: Thierry Bessard

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Green Notes, Bergamot, Coriander, Juniper Berries
Heart· 2–4h
Cedar, Indonesian Nutmeg, Carnation, Patchouli, Orchid
Drydown· 6h+
Musk, Serbian Oakmoss, Australian Sandalwood, Amber

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

93%

76%

75%

51%

48%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring31%Summer30%Fall25%Winter14%Day60%Night40%Wears male72%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Zaad smell like?

aromatic up front, then woody, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: aromatic, woody, fresh spicy.

What notes are in Zaad?

Top: Green Notes, Bergamot, Coriander, Juniper Berries. Heart: Cedar, Indonesian Nutmeg, Carnation, Patchouli, Orchid. Base: Musk, Serbian Oakmoss, Australian Sandalwood, Amber.

How long does Zaad last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Zaad loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Zaad best for?

Spring is the top pick (31%). Summer is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Zaad?

Day wear leads at 60%. Night is a secondary pick at 40%.

Is Zaad for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 72% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Zaad?

Composed by Thierry Bessard. Released in 2006.